Masters Tournament Begins Amid PGA, LIV Divide

The Masters Tournament kicks off at Augusta National with 95 players, including defending champion Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy, who is seeking his first victory at this prestigious event. This marks the first time the best players from both the PGA Tour and LIV Golf will compete together, amid ongoing tensions between the two tours. The PGA Tour recently rejected a $1.5 billion proposal from LIV Golf's backers, highlighting the ongoing divisions in professional golf. Despite the uncertainty, many players have accepted the current state of affairs, and the atmosphere at Augusta remains as charged as ever. Weather delays have already impacted the practice rounds, but the excitement for the tournament continues to build. Coverage for the Masters will be available through various streaming and broadcast platforms starting Thursday morning.